Course description

Conservation Agriculture-based Sustainable Intensification (CASI) includes the adoption of zero or minimum tillage, combined with mechanised crop establishment, maintenance of ground cover, crop rotations and diversification and improved nutrition management. CASI based crop management practices improve crop productivity and profitability while reducing energy, water and labour requirements, and greenhouse gas emissions. CASI also contributes to the improvement of soil health and to the improvement of biodiversity and sustainable agricultural ecosystems which lead to improved rural households’ livelihoods.

This course deals with portfolios of CASI and machines used for CASI. We will be also dealing with agronomical management, CASI and its challenges and advantages. This course will also cover how start-ups and business models can be created to successfully implement CASI service provision businesses.

What will i learn?

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Frequently asked question

CASI is an approach that integrates the principles of conservation agriculture with sustainable intensification techniques to enhance agricultural productivity while preserving the environment. Key practices include minimal soil disturbance, maintaining soil cover, and crop diversification.

CASI is crucial for modern agriculture as it aims to increase crop yields sustainably, improve soil health, reduce the environmental impact of farming, and enhance resilience to climate change. It supports long-term agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Dr. S D Mohapatra

Principal Scientist (Entomology) & Head, Crop Protection Division, ICAR-National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack, Odisha, India

Free

Lectures

0

Skill level

Intermediate

Expiry period

Lifetime

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